Xiang Tian Ge peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Xiang Tian Ge'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink, lilac highlights
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Xiang Tian Ge' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Xiang Tian Ge') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Fragrant double pink flowers with lilac highlights open in mid spring. Aiqing Liu bred it. The upright stems reach about 33 inches and need no support.
Pairs well with Spanish bluebell, Royal fern, and Scentara Double Blue lilac.